How “Jaws ”Composer John Williams Found Inspiration When ABC Asked for an Olympic Theme Song: 'Not an Avid Sports Fan'

In 1984, John Williams was tasked with creating a theme for the opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games at the Los Angeles ...
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The Olympics’ Theme Song Is Now A Top 40 Billboard Chart Hit

PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 20: A general view of the Eiffel Tower at as the Olympic Rings are displayed during previews ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Gameson July 20, 2024 in Paris, France. Paul Brooks' ...
USA Today

John Williams composed Olympic gold before 1984 LA Olympics

When the first torchbearers departed from New York City in May of 1984, the “Olympic Fanfare and Theme” was played live as a sendoff. American composer John Williams was commissioned to compose the ...